In this episode, Aaron is joined by Matt Aston, President at GPRS. GPRS is changing the construction game, using radar and electromagnetic signals to locate utilities. This technology is essential for spotting potential hazards (exp. underground power) in the ground and even through solid concrete! How effective is it you ask? Last year they completed roughly 120,000 jobs with an incident report rate of 0.13% saving potentially millions of dollars in damages, and keeping workers safe. 

GPRS is now a major player in the industry with crews nationwide. Still, they have plans to grow and are always improving to get their margin for error down to zero. This all started because Matt was bold enough to spot a major problem he knew he could solve. So next time you have some iffy digging or treacherous cutting to do, consider GPRS. You could save a lot of time and money and potentially save a life! Learn more in this episode of Dirt Talk

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In this episode, Aaron is joined by Jason Richmond, BuildWitt’s Chief Operating Officer. Jason, a natural leader and sales expert, serves as a frequent co-host for the internal podcast and this iteration of the Monday episode. To hear more into Jason's story, check out his Dirt Talk Episode (170). In today's discussion, Aaron and Jason shed light on BuildWitt's operational framework and their roles as senior leaders within the company. They explore the services and products offered by BuildWitt and elaborate on the company's commitment to make the dirt world a better place. For additional details, visit BuildWitt.com. Enjoy!

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In this episode, Aaron is joined by Luke Sheffield, Founder of Port-A-Go and Co-Founder of Empower Rental Group. They discuss the need for equipment rental in a dynamic job market, and what it takes to run a rental business. Later they dig into what it's like starting a rental service company as they discuss Luke’s latest endeavor Port-A-Go, a company providing a service that is so overlooked, yet vital for quality of life on a job site. If you want to know more about what it means to start a business this episode is for you. Enjoy!

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In this episode, we’re trying something different. Aaron came up with the idea to talk about some news from the industry that folks might not have seen. In this one, Aaron will be highlighting some key points of an article published in Equipment World by Jordanne Waldschmidt. The Article is titled, Opinion: The Misguided Push Toward Electric Construction Equipment – and Why Hybrids are the Better Alternative. Stay tuned for what Aaron has to say about the matter (spoiler he agrees.)

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Big iron, am I right? Little Iron, or in this case, wood? In this episode (DT204), Aaron is joined by Ryan Haasen, an estimator/PM at Blue-Con Excavation Ltd. You might recognize Ryan for his incredible to-scale models of construction machinery.

Ryan's journey into woodworking started at a young age, and growing up around the construction industry naturally led him to merge his two passions. Despite working full-time at Blue-Con, Ryan's love for construction and the scale model community gained widespread attention on Instagram. After crafting an entire replica of a job site within a table, requests started pouring in for Ryan to create similar masterpieces for others. Don't miss out—check out @ryan_haasen_woodworks on Instagram.

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In this episode, Aaron and I talk about week three of the Road Show. The first stop is a jetty project right outside of Portland to see JE McAmis move some huge Rocks with a Cat 6020. Later they stop in at the Knife River Training Facility, one of the most cutting-edge construction training facilities.

After that, they checked out some early morning logging operations, saw a massive data center being built near Boise, Idaho, and then swung by to see a DC excavation project in Bozeman, Montana. Next week it's off to North Dakota

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In this episode, Aaron is joined by Jason Miller, President of Midwest Mole Inc., a company that specializes in Trenchless tunneling and Boring services. Their work extends across the United States, from Boston to Florida, Maryland, and the Midwest, just to name a few locations. Despite their focus on providing boring services, the projects undertaken by Midwest Mole are anything but dull!

Join us as we delve into the various fascinating techniques that Midwest Mole employs to ensure the well-being of their employees, contributing to the longevity and functionality of our nation's infrastructure.

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In this episode, Aaron answers the following.

-Where is the earthmoover?

-toughest challenge with employees?

-What's the hardest thing you've ever done?

-Who's hiring?

If you want a peak under the hood here at BuildWitt or are looking for a job, this is the episode for you.

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In this episode, Aaron sat down with Landon Morel, a Foreman at Southern Sun Paving, to delve into the world of luxury paving. Landon, drawing from his expertise and experience in a family-run asphalt business, sheds light on the meticulous craftsmanship and commitment involved in each layer of asphalt used in high-end residential paving projects. Amidst the rumble of heavy machinery and the aroma of freshly laid asphalt, we explore the distinctive aesthetics of chip sealing, the viral appeal of paving videos, challenges in managing machinery, and the dynamic between innovative paving technologies and traditional methods. 

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In this episode, Aaron and I delve into the adventures of week two on the roadshow. The team tested the RV as they journeyed through mountainous terrains en route to the west coast. Their stops included witnessing the monumental dam project at Chimney Hollow led by the Barnard crew, a project vital for supplying clean water to the Front Range. They also visited our friends at Stutsman-Gerbaz in Aspen to witness specialized machinery in action. Navigating through mountain passes, they arrived at the vibrant city of Las Vegas, exploring the contributions of Las Vegas Paving to the new F1 circuit. Their final destination was Fresno, California, where they visited McCahill Dozing and their monstrous tree grinder. We hope you enjoy this glimpse behind the scenes of the roadshow.

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